Dominica

One of the most beautiful islands in the whole Caribbean, where barefoot luxury pairs with nature’s unequaled power to amaze, Dominica is one of the Caribbean’s best-kept secrets.

The former British island, with its splendid nature and beautiful scuba diving, offers plenty to discover underwater and on land.

Dominica is most known for its deep waters and lush landscape, but what makes Dominica stand out among other locations is its deep-rooted cultural history and preserved sites. Naming the island ‘Waitukubuli’—meaning “tall is her body”—to reflect the mountainous and fertile land. Dominica remains unspoiled by the impacts of mass tourism and offers an ethical, environmentally supportive option for travelers. Embraced by lush foliage and secluded beaches throughout, the island fosters one’s most dream-like fascinations. 

As one of the top ten diving destinations in the world, Dominica has so much to offer divers of any experience level. There are calm shallows to explore, where curious seahorses cling to coral branches.

Deeper waters make home for over 20 species of whales that frequent these seas. Fantastic wall dives and unique crevices are waiting to be explored. La Sorciere, also known as L’Abym, is one of the most popular wall dives, where divers can easily descend, as there is little to no current. Make your way along the volcanic ridge of Crater’s Edge, where barracuda stalk their prey, and large schools of tuna and snapper make appearances.

Thermal springs erupt around the island, including underwater, where volcanic bubbles and warm water emanate from certain sites.

Everyone at Scuba Dreams loves the Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort, where city, reef, and rainforest converge. It is a full-service, heritage hotel right on the Caribbean Sea. It’s coveted oceanfront placement amidst Dominica’s vibrant capital, Roseau, provides unmatched access to the heart of the island, while our modern, boutique-style accommodations and peerless amenities complete an idyllic Caribbean holiday. From seaside al fresco dining, entertainment, and duty-free shopping on the resort’s waterfront, to the neighboring French Quarter’s Saturday markets and unfathomable adventures at your doorstep — waterfall hikes, hot spring soaks, rainforest walks, and world-class scuba diving right off the dock — Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort is the ideal gateway to experiencing Dominica by both land and sea.